Md 97 over Reddy Branch
FairClosed to trafficMontgomery County, Maryland · 2.89 Miles S of Md 650 · Structure no. 100000150012010
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,740
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 97 over Reddy Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying Md 97 over Reddy Branch in Montgomery County, Maryland. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 10,740 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,244 by 2026. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 97 over Reddy Branch built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 97 over Reddy Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2025.
How much traffic does Md 97 over Reddy Branch carry?
About 10,740 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 97 over Reddy Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Md 97 over Reddy Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.